Asphalt Plant Supervisor

Walbec Group; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical plan with HRA

Paid parental leave

PTO and holidays

Profit sharing

Training program

Job summary

Walbec Group is seeking an Asphalt Plant Supervisor to oversee daily operations across 6–8 asphalt plants, ensuring safe production and coordination with safety, maintenance, and plant personnel. You will manage budgets, scheduling, and staffing to meet project needs while maintaining quality standards.

The role requires strong communication, leadership, and the ability to travel regionally. A civil/mechanical/mining engineering background is preferred along with hands-on operating experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Mechanical / Mining engineering or related field.
• Safety oriented with knowledge of OSHA/MSHA regulations and inspection process.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel locally and regionally.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily asphalt plant operations across facilities and ensure safe production.
• Coordinate material testing and QA to meet project specifications.
• Manage budgets, pricing strategies, and cost reviews for internal/external customers.
• Recruiting and onboarding of new team members.
• Ensure permits and site work are completed for asphalt plant operations.

Skills

Safety oriented

Oral and written communication

Independent and team worker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Mechanical / Mining engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description:About Walbec GroupWalbec is an industry leader in producing high-quality construction materials and delivering professional design, engineering, and construction services through its six companies: Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Our vertically integrated operations include mining, crushing and washing aggregates, and producing concrete and hot-mix asphalt. Whether building roadways and bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, supplying essential construction materials, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar projects, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering.With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.The Position:Reporting to the Asphalt Plant Manager, the Asphalt Plant Supervisor oversees daily plant operations and asphalt production, ensuring efficient coordination for both internal and external customers. This role requires leadership insafety, quality, and operational excellence.Responsibilities:SafetyLead, promote, and enforce safe work practices in compliance with OSHA/MSHA regulations by conducting regular safety meetings, plant inspections, and audits.Collaborate with safety and maintenance teams to ensure a safe work environment for all team members.Quality ControlAnalyze project technical specifications, create asphalt mix designs, and develop operational BMPs to ensure that the materials and processes meet project requirements.Coordinate material testing with technical services and plant personnel during production.Consistently monitor test results to ensure materials meet specifications and manage risks to avoid penalties and project delays.Actively support continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high quality standards for customers.Site Operations / Asphalt Production ·Oversee 6-8 asphalt plant facilities with day/night operations including all supporting aggregate platform sites and plant personnel.Manage supply chain to source and purchase necessary materials to maximize quality and performance, minimize cost, and deliver materials on time.Prepare asphalt plant budgets and material pricing strategies for internal and external customers.Coordinate production demands, plant maintenance schedules, portable aggregate crush/wash needs, and all necessary personnel, equipment, and materials to ensure that operations run safely and efficiently.Oversee all day-to-day asphalt production throughout the construction season. Direct & support plant personnel on development and implementation of the operations plans.Review and process invoices related to plant operations, accurately assign costs to the appropriate plants or projects, and conduct monthly cost reviews to ensure operational expenses remain within established budget.Lead recruiting efforts by identifying staffing needs, participating in candidate selection, and facilitating the onboarding process for new team members.Develop and implement training programs to ensure new hires are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth within the team.Collaborate with land resources department to secure all necessary permits for asphalt plant operation.Coordinate completion of necessary plant site work including site prep, inventory management, and site maintenance to ensure a clean, smooth, and professional operation.Oversee necessary subcontractors performing work at asphalt plant facilities. All other projects assigned related to asphalt plant operations.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Mechanical / Mining engineering or related field.Must be safety oriented including detailed knowledge of the OSHA/MSHA regulations, compliance and inspection process.Strong oral and written communication skills.Demonstrate ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.Ability to travel locally and regionally.Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills by prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and responsibilities concurrently.Preferred Skills:Bachelor’s degree in Civil / Mechanical / Mining engineering or related field.Must be safety oriented including detailed knowledge of the OSHA/MSHA regulations, compliance and inspection process.Strong oral and written communication skills.Demonstrate ability to work both independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.Ability to travel locally and regionally.Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills by prioritizing and managing multiple tasks and responsibilities concurrently.The Benefits:Competitive compensation aligned with industry standardsEmployer Paid Medical Plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements)Dental, Vision, and Life InsuranceFlex Spending Account (FSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Company-paid short and long-term disability coveragePaid parental leaveGenerous PTO and paid holidaysProfit sharingRobust Walbec training and professional development programOngoing career growth opportunitiesWe are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!